If you’re looking for a simple yet elevated way to prepare salmon, this oven baked salmon with herbs, lime and tangerine is a must-try. Roasted to tender perfection and finished with a burst of citrus and a shower of fresh herbs, it’s bright, clean, and packed with flavor. Whether you’re cooking a healthy weeknight dinner or meal-prepping for the days ahead, this dish delivers bold taste with minimal effort. Plus, it’s naturally gluten-free, dairy-free, and ready in under 30 minutes.
Easy Herby Salmon with Citrus (Oven-Roasted & Flavor-Packed)
This oven-baked salmon is topped with a vibrant mix of fresh herbs and finished with a squeeze of lime and tangerine for a bright, flavorful finish. It’s a simple, healthy dish that comes together effortlessly. Perfect for busy weeknights or a fresh, feel-good dinner.
Ingredients
- 3 lb side of salmon
- 1 tangerine juiced
- 1 lime half juiced, the other half cut into 4 pieces to garnish
- kosher salt
- 1/4 cup chopped parsley
- 1/4 cup chopped dill
- 1 tsp olive oil
- Maldon salt
- 2 tbsp toasted slivered almonds
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 425°. Lay salmon on a sheet of parchment paper over a half sheet tray. Season generously with salt, then pour lime and tangerine juices over the salmon. Bake for 15-20 minutes until done.
- In a small bowl mix together chopped herbs with olive oil and Maldon salt.
- When the salmon in finished cooking, transfer to a serving dish (or don't, no judgement) and top with herb mixture. Sprinkle with toasted almonds, and top with slices of lime. Serve immediately.